KYC Client Advisory and Consulting Specialist

Job Description
To ensure regulatory compliance and operational efficiency within the organisation by advising clients on Know Your Customer (KYC) and onboarding requirements, particularly in relation to complex corporate structures, multinationals, and cross-border entities.

By leveraging deep expertise in legal and compliance frameworks, provide tailored compliance solutions that enable seamless client onboarding while adhering to evolving regulatory requirements.

Serve as a bridge between clients and internal stakeholders, translating regulatory mandates into practical and commercially viable solutions.

To organise, streamline and oversee the onboarding of New to Bank and Existing to Bank clients within the agreed service level agreements (SLA). To provide holistic legal and compliance support and advice to clients which meet the minimum requirements of RMB's standard operating procedures and Risk Management and Compliance program. To be familiar with Financial Crime legislation and practically apply that to the client's type of business and enable seamless onboarding of the client. To understand the compliance requirements, nature of business and apply these to facilitate seamless onboarding and improvement of the client experience.

• RMB is a place where exceptional people create their own opportunities by challenging the conventional and driving sustainable impact.

United by our proud heritage, strong ethics and philosophy of Traditional values. Innovative ideas, it's the magic of our people and culture that sets us apart.

Now, is the time to imagine your next move with South Africa's number one employer in Financial Services for 2025, where you can embrace the power of collective thinking to unlock unique opportunities for our clients and society.

• Are you someone who has an interest / experience in:
• Manage end-to-end client engagement related to onboarding and compliance documentation.
• Clearly communicate Know Your Customer (KYC) requirements tailored to each client's legal entity type.
• Handle escalated client concerns and complaints regarding KYC processes with professionalism and empathy.
• Analyze and interpret beneficial ownership structures to determine and communicate appropriate KYC documentation needs.
• You will be an ideal candidate if you:
• A relevant law degree and admission as an attorney of the High Court.
• 3–5 years of experience in the financial services industry, with a strong focus on KYC compliance.
• In-depth knowledge and practical understanding of the Financial Intelligence Centre Act (FIC Act).

You Will Have Access To

• Opportunities to network and collaborate
• Challenging working
• Opportunities to innovate

We Can Be a Match If You Are

• Curious & courageous - you're driven by always wanting to know more and learn more and you're brave enough to
• Obsessed with mastery - you know what it takes to become good at what you do and are constantly pushing yourself to do it
• Love putting our clients at the forefront of what you do

Are you interested to take the step? We look forward to engaging with you further. Apply now
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*Job Details
Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.*
18/11/25

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group's Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.